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There’s no need to feel overwhelmed by the sea of remote controls that litter your living room. Nor should you let this kind of technological clutter hamper your daily productivity. Catch your breath and subscribe to Cox Communications® today. It’s got just the right solution for you. Why Cox, you ask? Because Cox brings universal control directly into your hands. Pair your Cox remote with multiple entertainment equipment and perform several functions simultaneously. Create the perfect ambiance for a movie marathon by programming your TV, surround sound, and other elements of a home theatre system seamlessly – using one remote! The best news is that you don’t even have to be tech-savvy to program Cox remote to the TV. Just verify your remote type and scroll to the respective programming method mentioned below. Ready? Let’s get started.

How to Program Cox Remote URC 8820 to TV?

URC 8820 is a universal remote that accompanies your Contour 1 receiver when you order the Cox cable service. Being universal, it allows you to control multiple devices in your entertainment corners, such as TVs, audio systems, DVD/Blu-ray players, home theatre, and DVR boxes, at the same time. You don’t need to have separate remote controls for each system. URC 8820 is a compact remote that consists of a VOLUME LOCK button with which you can lock the volume and mute functions of your paired devices, a MASTER POWER key to collectively turn on/off multiple pieces of equipment with a single command, and a backlit keypad using which you can easily navigate the control even in the dark. To program your Cox remote URC 8820 to your television set, follow these simple guidelines:

Using ‘Device Code Entry’ Method

  1. Turn on the TV and point your Cox URC 8820 remote at it in a beeline.
  2. Press and release the TV mode key on your remote.
  3. Find and note down the four-digit code for your television model. For instance, if you wish to program Cox remote to VIZIO TV, then your code might be any one of these, depending on the model: 1758, 3758, 2757, 2707, 2512, 0864, 1756, 0885. You can use a code-finding tool like this to locate the exact code.
  4. Next, press and hold the SELECT and MUTE buttons on the remote. Wait for the TV mode key to blink twice. Then, release the keys.
  5. On the numeric keypad of your remote, enter the exact four-digit TV code you noted in step 3.
  6. To test the pairing, press the POWER key on your remote.
  7. Your TV should turn off. If it doesn’t, then repeat steps 4 to 6 until the right code powers your TV off. The programming is done!

Using ‘Popular Brands Quick-Programming’ Method

  1. Turn your TV on and aim the URC 8820 remote at it.
  2. From a list of ‘popular brands by device’ sent to you along with the remote manual, note the one-digit key code assigned to your TV brand. For instance, if you wish to program Cox remote to Samsung TV, your target digit will be 5.
  3. Press and hold down the SELECT and MUTE buttons together. Wait for the mode key to blink twice. Then, release them.
  4. Press the TV key on your remote once. Its LED backlight should stay on.
  5. Next, press the digit 5 or the key assigned to your TV’s brand on the remote’s numeric keypad. Hold it until the TV powers off. Then, release it. Your code is saved and the setup is done!

Using the ‘Searching All Codes’ Method

  1. Turn on the TV in your room and point your URC 8820 remote at it. Maintain a direct line of sight between the two.
  2. Press and hold the SELECT + MUTE keys Wait for the mode key to blink two times. Then, release the buttons.
  3. Press the TV mode key on your remote once. The LED should stay on, as a result.
  4. Next, press and hold the SELECT button. This might take a while as the remote searches through all the codes in its inventory to find the right one for your TV set that’s being programmed.
  5. At one point, your TV will turn off. When it does, release the SELECT button. The code will be saved automatically in the remote for future purposes, and that’s it!

How to Program Cox Remote M7820 to TV?

The M7820 remote is another popular gizmo that comes with your Contour 1 receiver. Like URC 8820, this remote is designed for universal device control. Usually, it is preprogrammed to run your Cox cable receiver, an RCA TV, a Pioneer sound system, and a Sony DVD player, but you can easily program it with your other devices too, including home theatre systems and surround sound. The M7820 remote has a MASTER POWER key for turning the equipment on/off at the same time so you can watch cable TV and a VOLUME LOCK button. Unlike URC 8820, this remote doesn’t have a backlit keypad. To program the Cox remote M7820 to your TV, keep the following directions in mind:

Using ‘Device Code Entry’ Method

  1. Switch on your television and point your M7820 remote at it.
  2. Press the TV key
  3. Find the four-digit manufacturer’s code for your television brand and model. If it’s a Panasonic TV, then your specific code could be any one of these Cox remote codes: 051, 0250, 0055. You can also use a code-finder tool for this purpose.
  4. Next, press and hold the SETUP button. Wait for the mode key to blink twice. Then, release it.
  5. On the numeric keypad of your M7820 remote, enter the four-digit code you noted in step 3.
  6. Press the POWER button on your remote to see if the TV turns off.
  7. If it does, then hurray! Your programming is complete. If it does not, then repeat steps 4 to 6 until the right code matches up.

Using the ‘Searching All Codes’ Method

  1. Turn on your TV set. Aim your Cox M7820 remote at it.
  2. Press the TV key
  3. Now, press and hold the SETUP button until the mode key blinks twice. Then, let it go.
  4. On the numeric keypad of your remote, press the 9 - 9 - 1 digit keys.
  5. Pointing the remote to the TV, press POWER once.
  6. Then, press the CH+ or CH- button repeatedly. This will instigate the remote’s code search function. Stop when the TV turns off.
  7. Press SETUP to save the code that perfectly worked for your television. This will be evident by the TV key, which will blink twice here. You’re done!

How to Program Cox Contour Remote XR15 to TV?

The XR15 remote streamlines your TV viewing experience, which you’ll get through your Cox Contour 2 receiver. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology, this remote brings voice control into your hands, along with auto-detection of devices connected to the set-top box, including those cable converters that you keep out of sight for aesthetic purposes. This Cox cable remote offers a quicker self-setup, easier-to-understand functionality, and more seamless programming with the devices in your entertainment universe. So, how can you program the Cox Contour 2 remote XR15? Follow these steps:

  1. Turn on the TV set and direct your remote towards it.
  2. Press and hold the MUTE and CONTOUR keys on your remote for five seconds, at least. Wait for the status LED to turn green. Then, release the buttons.
  3. Find the manufacturer’s code for your TV using the remote manual or a code-finder online tool and note it down. For instance, if you are trying to program Cox Contour remote to VIZIO TV, then your code might be 11758 or something along the same lines.
  4. Enter the five-digit TV code using the numeric keypad on your remote. The status LED should flash green twice.
  5. Press the POWER button to test the programming process. If the TV turns off, your setup is complete. If it stays on, then try another code.

How to Program Cox Contour Remote XR11 to TV?

The XR11 remote also works best with the Contour 2 receiver and is known to offer enhanced viewing options, seamless device control, search-by-voice convenience, and other amazing features. The design itself is simple and easy to comprehend. You don’t need to hire professional calibrators to program your entertainment equipment with this remote, and can easily do it on your own. The XR11 has a superb out-of-box experience with auto-detection integrated into it. Here’s how you can program the Contour 2 Voice Remote XR11 to your TV:

  1. Power on your TV set and point your XR11 remote towards its panel.
  2. Press and hold down the SETUP button on your remote. Wait for at least 3 seconds until the status LED turns green. Then, release it.
  3. Find and note the five-digit manufacturer’s code for your television’s specific brand and make. For instance, if you’re trying to program Cox remote to LG TV, your target codes will be 10178 or 11265. Scan the user manual for the right code or use a code-finder tool to your advantage.
  4. Enter the chosen TV code into the XR11’s digit keypad. Wait for the status LED to blink twice.
  5. As a test, press the POWER button on the remote. The TV should turn off. This will prove that the code has been saved and the programming is done. If the TV doesn’t power off, repeat steps 2 to 4 with another code.

How to Program Cox Mini Remote RF 3220-R to TV?

If you’ve added on a Mini Box to your Cox bundle deals before checkout, then congratulations! You have a whole galaxy of entertainment waiting for you at the other end of the line. But, before you can get a taste of premium programming, you need to program Cox Mini remote, which is as cute as it is functional. Worry not. Use the following tips to program your Cox Mini remote RF 3220-R to your TV for total entertainment control. Without further ado, let’s dive in.

Using ‘Device Code Entry’ Method

  1. Turn on your TV set and aim your RF 3220-R remote in its direction.
  2. Press the TV POWER button on your remote control one time.
  3. Next, press and hold down the SETUP key. Wait for the LED to blink two times. Then, release it.
  4. Find and note down the four-digit code of your TV’s brand and model. For instance, if it’s a TCL series, then the code would be 2434. You can head to remotes.cox.com to look up the exact TV code for your set.
  5. On the numeric keypad of your RF 3220-R Mini Box remote, enter the four-digit TV code you found in step 4.
  6. Finally, press the POWER button on your remote to test the programming. If the TV switches off, you’re done! If it doesn’t then, you can always try another code and repeat the steps mentioned.

Using ‘Popular Brands Quick-Programming’ Method

  1. Switch the television on and direct your RF 3220-R remote at its panel.
  2. Press and hold the SETUP key until the status light flashes twice. Then, let go of it.
  3. Press the TV POWER button once.
  4. Note the one-digit TV code mentioned on your user manual for popular brands. For instance, if you have an Insignia TV, your code will be 1.
  5. Next, press and hold the corresponding one-digit code on the numeric keypad of your remote. At some point, your TV should turn off, signifying that the pairing has been done.
  6. Then, release the key and enjoy watching your favorite shows.

Using the ‘Searching All Codes’ Method

  1. Power on your TV and point your Cox Mini remote towards it.
  2. Press and hold the SETUP button. Keep doing that until the LED blinks twice. Then, release it.
  3. Press the TV POWER button at this point.
  4. After that, press and hold the SELECT key. Once you do this, the remote will runs and test different codes until it meets the one that matches your TV’s specification. Upon finding it, it will turn your TV off.
  5. As your TV powers off, let go of the SELECT button. Your Cox remote setup is complete!

Repeat these methods for programming your Cox Mini Box Remote URC 2220 to TV. They will work just fine for the IR variety of remote controls, as well.

How to Program Cox Big Button Remote URC 1090 to TV?

The Polaris URC 1090 remote control has everything you need, from a smart grip design to oversized keys for easier navigation. With a backlit keypad, you can see what you’re doing in the dark. The large keys are soft on the eyes and visible even from a distance. It’s a great remote control for the household elderly. Not only that, you can program this Cox remote in a breeze. How? By paying attention to the following steps:

Using ‘Device Code Entry’ Method

  1. Turn on the television and point your big button remote at it for the setup process.
  2. Press the TV POWER button once.
  3. Now, press and hold down the SETUP key. Wait for the backlight to flash twice. Then, let it go.
  4. Find the code for your TV’s brand from a list of manufacturer’s codes that accompanies your user manual and enter it into the numeric keypad of the remote by pressing the right digits in succession. Wait for the confirmation indicator.
  5. Press the POWER button to see if the TV responds. If the television turns off, your pairing is a success!

Using the ‘Searching All Codes’ Method

  1. Switch your TV on and aim your remote at its panel.
  2. Press the TV POWER key one time.
  3. Press and hold the SETUP key at this point until the status LED flashes twice. Then, release it.
  4. On the numeric keypad of the remote, enter 9 - 9 - 1 digit one after the other.
  5. Next, press the CH+ consecutively, so the remote can run codes from its inventory.
  6. If the TV turns off, press and hold SETUP to save the code. Wait for the LED to brick two times and only then, let it go.
  7. If the TV remains on or you miss the code, then repeat steps 2 to 5.

Cox Remote Not Working?

No need to panic. You can easily troubleshoot the most common Cox remote issues on your own. Begin by recognizing the problem, then diagnosing the cause, and finally, fixing the issue in a jiffy. Here’s a helpful table to get you started:

Problem Diagnosis Solution
Unable to adjust the volume settings of the TV Cox remote stuck on volume lock elsewhere
  1. Aim the Cox remote at your TV.
  2. Press and hold the SELECT and MUTE keys on the remote.
  3. Wait for the MODE key to blink twice.
  4. Next, press the VOLUME UP key.
  5. Finally, press the TV key on your remote. The key will blink twice.
  6. You can now control the volume of your TV.
Unable to power the TV on & off Cox remote not following the TV mode
  1. Point your Cox remote to the TV you wish to power on.
  2. Press the TV button in the mode area of the remote one time.
  3. Then, press the POWER key.
  4. Your programmed TV should turn on and off now on command.
Unable to control the TV consistently Cox remote not aimed at the receiver in a direct line of sight
  1. Remove the obstacles (if any) that interfere with the communication between your Cox remote and the receiver.
  2. Maintain a range of 15 ft. or less between the remote and the receiver.
  3. Point the Cox remote directly towards the front panel of the receiver, without shifting your position to either left or right, or altering the angle.
  4. Press the volume button, for instance, to test if the remote is working fine and if the receiver is responding to your commands uniformly.
Unable to control the TV at all Cox remote out of battery juice or damaged
  1. Check if you’ve inserted the right kind of batteries into your Cox remote. The required battery standards should be mentioned in the user manual that comes with your specific remote model.
  2. Next, see if the batteries have been added in the accurate position. The and – ends should be facing the correct way.
  3. Power on the Cox cable receiver manually, change the batteries of your Cox remote, and try sending a command to the device.
  4. If it works, then continue watching your favorite content on TV.
  5. If the Cox remote doesn’t work even after the new set of batteries, then contact Cox customer support to request a replacement.

Wrapping Up

Program your Cox remote to your TV today to start watching your favorite content in a way YOU like. Control the channel navigation expertly, pair several devices at once, get an absolute grip on your TV settings and explore the search, playback, and other options with Contour. This post shows you how to set up and program different kinds of Cox cable remotes in multiple ways. So, scan and pick the best method and apply it today! You can call 1-855-814-6044 for any further information.